RIDING YOUR ATV
RIDING DOWNHILL
When riding your ATV downhill, shift your weight as far to
the rear and uphill side of the ATV as possible. Move back
on the seat and sit with your arms straight choose a low
gear which will allow the engine compression to do most
of the braking for you. Improper braking may cause a loss
of traction.
Use caution while descending a hill with loose or slippery
surfaces. Braking ability and traction may be adversely
affected by these surfaces. Improper braking may also
cause a loss of traction. Whenever possible, ride your
ATV straight downhill. Avoid sharp angles which could
allow the ATV to tip or roll over. Carefully choose your
path and ride no faster than you will be able to react to
obstacles which may appear.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Going down a hill improperly.
Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to over-
turn.
Always follow proper procedures for going down hills as
described in this Owner's Manual. Note: a special
technique is required when braking as you go down a
hill.
Always check the terrain carefully before you start
down any hill.
Shift your weight backward.
Never go down a hill at high speed.
To be continued
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